Facts about the bus from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
| Cheapest Bus | $26 |
| Fastest Bus | 12h |
| Earliest Bus | 6:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 10:30 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 13 |
| Distance | 800 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Saly Express, SRL Transport, Vibol Express, Virak Buntham Express |
Buses from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
Best Options
$26
$43
Other Options
Transportation from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
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Buses$ 26
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Flights$ 81
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Taxis$ 250
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Vans$ 28
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
Phnom Penh to Bangkok Destination Reviews
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Selvaraju PBasically not bad but some improvements needed in term of..
boarder crossing
Bus changing
Informations, this can be print out n the driver may show to guest, even though he cant speak english... This will be very help ful rather then..... You you go there.!!
Also for the can driver good guy buy more on phone texting, very dangerous ps try to convey this to virak transport.
Bus Coaster, Virak Buntham Express, Jan 22, 2023
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Lieve VThe 2th bus a minivan that took me from the border to Bangkok was a horrible experience. Because other passengers payed the driver extra he kept making snack and lunch stops. In the end when we where in Bangkok he went in circles for 1 hour on their request to drop them off after he just left me out at some tuk tuks instead of bringing me to my place wich he said he would do. If he wasn't planning on doing that he could have left me out way sooner. He also didn't give me time to grab my backpack and almost drove off with it.
Bus Hotel Bus, Virak Buntham Express, Jan 13, 2023
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Marco MIt was very great, and comfortable trip
Bus Coaster, Virak Buntham Express, Nov 30, 2022
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Emma HWe left on time but we had to share a small sleeping compartment. So if your traveling alone you have to share with a stranger and it’s the size of a single bed. There were many stops for people to get on and of which was very noisy. We had the compartment at the first row, so we could hear the driver talking very loudly on the entire trip. Nobody could speak English so nobody could answer any questions. We tried to ask if the bus would go all the way to Bangkok and they said yes. But when we came to the boarder (nobody told us anything) we had to figure out at 5 in the morning to pack all and get out. Nobody said anything to us and then when we came to the Thai boarder a man waved at us. However, he barely said anything at all and we were told we had to wait until the bus would be full. This took around 50 min and the bus was really bumpy. We sat in the back and could feel all the bumps in our backs.
Bus Hotel Bus, Virak Buntham Express, Jul 11, 2022
Popular Routes
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How to get from Phnom Penh to Bangkok by Bus
Taking a bus to get from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.
It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Phnom Penh to Bangkok tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.
How far is it from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
Traveling by bus, the distance from Phnom Penh to Bangkok depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.
To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.
How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Bangkok by Bus?
The estimate travel time from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is about 12h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Phnom Penh and Bangkok may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.
Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.
Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.
How much does it cost to get from Phnom Penh to Bangkok by Bus?
The ticket price from Phnom Penh to Bangkok can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.
Phnom Penh to Bangkok timetable
To help you plan your trip, here is the Phnom Penh to Bangkok timetable of bus departure and arrival times.
Best Rated Companies for this Route
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